In the Trenches with BIM
In this third installment of a three-part series on building information modeling, Scott Sedam talks with design professionals who are leading the transition from CAD to BIM.
How to spot the prima donna syndrome
Don’t let your super sellers with bad attitudes control your sales organization. Here are some simple guidelines for handling a prima donna.
Quality Matters
7 Tips for Accurate HVAC Load Calculations
Looking to right-size your HVAC systems? A building science expert offers advice for getting HVAC load calculations just right
4 live/work housing concepts
Professional Builder's House Review design team presents creative solutions for live/work housing.
2012 home building outlook: Builders largely optimistic about growth
Despite the obstacles and challenges, a large number of builders are feeling optimistic about their prospects for 2012, according to Professional Builder's 2012 Market Outlook survey.
Purchasing
Is It Time to Change How You Buy Drywall?
Most builders buy drywall turnkey, with both the material and the labor provided by the same contractor. Purchasing expert Charles Schneider offers a better solution